Explores the implications of chance and uncertainty in social theory and offers a new interpretation of the sociological canon.Since the founding of the discipline, sociologists have endeavored to understand the structures of groups, organizations, and societies, and how these entities condition our behavior. While some of the foundational theorists saw these processes as largely deterministic, sociological theory has increasingly insisted on the importance of cult...

Spontaneous Combustion is the classic "play-in-a-day" theater exercise in literary event form. We gather writers together, provide three story prompts, and give them 24 hours to compose a unique piece of pulp fiction. Our favorites are invited back to prose-slam their short stories for a public audience. In the end, everyone casts a vote and the people-chosen "Top Tales" are bound in the next volume. Awaiting you in Vol. II of this explosive literary tradition is a powderkeg of short ficti...

People dream of being stranded in paradise… until it happens for real.You know those dumb quizzes on social media that tell you to pick the one person you wouldn’t mind being stuck on a deserted island with? Well, a few months ago, I would have said Kate. I thought she was the one. Until she ghosted me.Now she’s back and wants to make amends. She had a reason for what she did, even if it hurt, so against my better judgment I invited her to go fishing on my ...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly, a short story featuring LAPD Detective Harry Bosch and FBI agent Rachel Walling.Two women have gone missing, and LAPD Detective Harry Bosch has a strong suspicion that an avid fisherman named Denninger is the culprit. Bosch needs something stronger than a suspicion to bring Denninger in, but all he has are a handful of photos--prior mug shots and pictures of Denninger posing with his prize fis...

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

Best of “The Strand Magazine”: 25 Years of Twists, Turns, and Tales from the Modern Masters of Mystery and Fiction“The Strand Magazine was always a giant voice in our corner of the literary world—and it still is today. This collection proves why—these unearthed gems and exciting new pieces shouldn’t be missed.” —Lee Child, bestselling author of the Jack Reacher seriesThis star-studded anniversary collection features over t...

Ein atemberaubender Sommerthriller für alle Fans von Claire Douglas und Chris Whitaker.August 1997: Die Teenager Sophie und Matilda verbringen die Ferien mit ihren Familien an der malerischen Küste von Dorset. Es soll der Sommer ihres Lebens werden – unbeschwerte Strandtage, neue Freunde, erste Liebe. Doch dann kommt Matilda auf tragische Weise ums Leben …Zwanzig Jahre später kehrt Sophie nach Dorset zurück, um das Strandhaus ihrer Familie zu verkaufen. Die ...

A comprehensive examination of the profound impact of religion and religious rivalries on the development of Australian society from the convict era onwards.Academic, author and former Catholic priest, Michael Hogan’s research focus is religion and politics. He’s written and edited more than twelve books. His most recent work is Cradle of Australian Political Studies: Sydney’s Department of Government (2015). The Sectarian Strand was first published in 1...

Dieses reich illustrierte Buch ist der ideale Führer zu den Gegenständen, die an den Stränden der Welt herumliegen. Vergessen Sie Muscheln und andere Fauna und Flora. Hier finden Sie, was ein Strandbesucher heutzutage am ehesten antreffen kann: Glas, Plastik, Holz, Metall, Papier, Öl und andere Quellen der Meeresverschmutzung!Mit fast 700 Fotos zeigt dieser Leitfaden die ganze Bandbreite der Müllgegenstände im Meer, die jeweils mit einem Augenzwinkern und einer Prise Humor vorgeste...

This innovative volume applies cutting-edge critical theories—including feminist, queer and human security perspectives—to analyse NATO's evolving role as a security and defence institution.Moving beyond traditional problem-solving approaches, it features diverse international contributors and employs a comprehensive methodological toolkit from discourse analysis to creative research methods. It also reveals how social, political and geopolitical forces shape NATO whilst examining ...

Die Bretagne beginnt, wenn die Luft salzig wird und der Atlantik den Ton angibt: raue Kaps, endlose Küstenwege, Granit in allen Schattierungen, und dazwischen Hafenstädte, Märkte, Crêperien und Inseln, die sich anfühlen wie eine eigene Welt. Dieser Reiseführer ist für alle gemacht, die nicht einfach "ein paar Sehenswürdigkeiten abhaken" wollen, sondern die Bretagne wirklich erleben möchten: ihre wilde Küste, ihre Kultur, ihre kulinarischen Klassiker und die stillen Orte, die man ohne gutes...

Respiratory endoscopy is a key diagnostic tool, but species-specific references can be difficult to find. Providing the first practical approach to equine respiratory endoscopy, this book allows veterinarians to review this procedure for their most valuable clients. It includes: Full colour endoscopy images illustrating normal anatomy, variations of normal anatomy, and disorders of the respiratory tract, to aid the reader in diagnosis. Clinically relevant case studies to help translate the...